The SMU Mustangs (6-0) and their outstanding offense host the Abilene Christian Wildcats (2-4) and their stifling defense. The game begins at 8 p.m. ET on Friday, November 29, 2019.
Abilene Christian Wildcats vs. SMU Mustangs ATS Odds
In their last outing, the Mustangs easily got past the Hartford Hawks, 90-58, while the Wildcats were beaten by the Texas State Bobcats, 61-56.
SMU played a flawless game. They had an extraordinary offensive rebounding percentage of 39.5 (above their season average of 36.0) and a turnover percentage of 7.5 (better than their season average of 18.0). Hartford had marks of 11.4 and 17.4, respectively, for those same stats. Abilene Christian, on the other hand, had an offensive rebounding percentage of 38.5 (above their season average of 29.3). SMU’s Tyson Jolly had a solid performance, putting up 15 points and 11 rebounds. Meanwhile, Abilene Christian rallied around Payten Ricks, who finished with 13 points and eight rebounds.
The game should be a showdown of strength against strength as the high-octane offense of SMU takes on the stingy defense of Abilene Christian. Since the 2018-19 season, the Mustangs rank 46th in offensive efficiency, while the Wildcats are 21st in defensive efficiency.
Abilene Christian at SMU Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – SMU, ATS Winner – SMU, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Abilene Christian ranks 17th in assists allowed per game (10.4) while SMU ranks 280th (15.0).
- The Mustangs rank 132nd in rebounds per game (36.3) while the Wildcats rank 280th (33.0).
- The Wildcats rank fifth in three pointers allowed per game (17.3) while the Mustangs rank 264th (24.4).
- Abilene Christian ranks 15th in steals per game (8.8) while SMU ranks 216th (5.8).
